Two Fully Funded PhD/Postdoc Positions: The Jiawei Yang lab in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is offering two fully funded PhD/Postdoc positions, commencing in Fall 2024 or on a mutually agreed date. We are establishing an interdisciplinary research team dedicated to the Multiscale Engineering of Soft Material Systems, focusing on developing high-performance, bio-integrated, and bio-interfacing soft material systems for health. Collaborations extend to esteemed institutions such as MIT and MGH in the Boston area.
Position Details:
| Designation | Research Area | Location |
|---|---|---|
| PhD/Postdoc Positions | Mechanics of Soft Materials | Worcester Polytechnic Institute |
| Soft Materials for Health |
Eligibility/Qualification: Motivated students/postdocs with degrees in mechanical engineering, materials science, polymer science, or biomedical engineering are encouraged to apply. Graduate candidates should hold bachelor’s or master’s degrees, and postdoc candidates should hold PhD degrees. Postdoc candidates should demonstrate a strong track record of research experience and publications.
Job Description:
Two Fully Funded PhD/Postdoc Positions in Mechanics of Soft Materials and Soft Materials for Health
- Mechanics of Soft Materials:
- Fundamental understanding of nonlinear mechanics, adhesion, fracture, and fatigue.
- Development of soft materials with exceptional properties.
- Soft Materials for Health:
- Development of soft material systems for interfacing with biological systems.
- Topics include tissue mimicry and integration, implantation, and drug delivery.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send the following documents to jyang11@wpi.edu:
- CV (including research expertise and experience)
- Transcript
- Names of recommendation letters
Visiting students, scholars, and exchange students are also welcome. For inquiries, send an email expressing your interest to the provided address.
About Dr. Jiawei Yang: Dr. Jiawei Yang will join WPI in January 2024. Currently a research fellow at MIT and Boston Children’s Hospital, he holds an M.S. and Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences from Harvard University. His research spans soft material systems, design, engineering, mechanics, and biotechnology. Learn more at Dr. Yang’s Research.
About WPI: Founded in 1865, WPI is one of the nation’s oldest technological universities, located one hour west of Boston. U.S. News ranks WPI between #59 – #82 in best national universities. WPI is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community. Worcester, the second-largest city in New England, is recognized as a growing hub of scientific and technological innovation.
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